HOQUIAM AWAITS BUDGET FOR STAFF CUTS

The issue of staff reductions and budget cuts was issue number one for the Hoquiam School Board last night. Due to both federal and state budget cuts the Hoquiam School District will be cutting multiple positions. The list of people on the chopping block has not been finalized and could be edited when the budget is presented. Superintendant Mike Parker says they have been struggling with the reductions this year and are trying to meet budget totals. Parker also urged the board to contact local legislators to ask for a quick special session so the district can get the budget completed on time. The final decisions will not be made until the final budget is released.